10 of the Best Street Racing Movies Ever Put to Film (Hemmings.com)

"Street Racing is bad. BAD. It isn't something we do and it certainly isn't something we recommend. But it is a heck of a lot of fun to watch... on the big screen. Which is why Hollywood has been putting street racing in movies since the late 1940s. There are literally thousands of films that feature the illegal activity, many big blockbuster hits, some cult classics. Now we're not talking about car chases. Or even car movies. This is a list of the best street racing movies. Flicks that feature automotive speed competition on public roadways. Most involve some form of drag racing, which is what most people think of when there's talk about street racing, but not all. Films featuring cross country races and duels on twisty mountain roads have also made our list. Here are the 10 best street racing movies of all time, listed in alphabetical order." - hemmings.com